Freight Operations Supervisor — Lead & Optimize Loads

Talentify; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 59,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full health insurance on day one

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Education assistance

Incentive plan participation

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

XPO is seeking a Freight Operations Supervisor to lead and supervise all aspects of freight operations. You will develop strategic work procedures, manage workloads, and oversee hourly staff while ensuring safety, productivity, and on-time delivery across the network.

The role emphasizes leadership, adherence to DOT/OSHA standards, budget-conscious scheduling, and participation in safety initiatives. Competitive benefits and an incentive-based structure are highlighted.

Qualifications

• 2 years of related work experience in a warehouse, distribution, supply chain, transportation or similar environment.
• Knowledge of the Less-than-Truckload (LTL) industry, hazardous materials regulations and DOT rules and regulations.
• Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all aspects of freight operations.
• Develop and implement strategic work procedures to meet evolving department demands.
• Evaluate, manage, assign and supervise workloads and tasks.
• Supervise hourly staff across operations and act as primary contact for workplace concerns.
• Ensure production goals are met by managing tonnage, payroll and other administrative functions.
• Plan hourly employee schedules to meet daily operations goals and lower costs.
• Enforce all company, FMCSR, OSHA, CCMTA, NSC and DOT policies and laws.
• Implement workplace policies to optimize network performance.
• Ensure customer freight is processed, handled, loaded and delivered timely and damage free.
• Coach and develop employees on safety and quality requirements, including evaluating new hires.
• Direct a team to meet or exceed productivity goals.
• Make recommendations regarding hiring, suspension and termination.
• Develop and present action plans to improve load average and model compliance.
• Participate in internal safety and engagement committees.
• Train employees on safety rules and processes.
• Monitor and maintain organization within the shift to ensure safety and productivity.
• Conduct daily staff meetings and communicate policies to all team members.
• Inspect tools and equipment for safe operation and correct issues.
• Provide instruction and ideas for improvements within the shift and service center.
• Act as a champion of XPO values and uphold high standards.
• Minimize shipment rehandle by prioritizing direct loading and sector loading while maintaining quality standards.

Skills

LTL knowledge

DOT regulations

Shift flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4 years experience

Job description

XPO is seeking a Freight Operations Supervisor to lead and supervise all aspects of freight operations. You will develop strategic work procedures, manage workloads, and oversee hourly staff while ensuring safety, productivity, and on-time delivery across the network.

The role emphasizes leadership, adherence to DOT/OSHA standards, budget-conscious scheduling, and participation in safety initiatives. Competitive benefits and an incentive-based structure are highlighted.